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Medium Sized Front Door Ideas and Designs

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Portico Designs
Portico Designs
Georgia Front PorchGeorgia Front Porch
Portico with tongue and groove ceiling. © 2015 Jan Stittleburg for Georgia Front Porch
Palos Verdes Transitional
Palos Verdes Transitional
robertcabrerarobertcabrera
Cycad Road – San Marcos, CA
Cycad Road – San Marcos, CA
South Pointe ConstructionSouth Pointe Construction
Home entrance with double doors and outdoor chandelier.
Classic Colonial Portico
Classic Colonial Portico
Land Art Design, Inc.Land Art Design, Inc.
Designed and built by Land Art Design, Inc.
eichler in marinwood
eichler in marinwood
building Lab, inc.building Lab, inc.
Eichler in Marinwood - At the larger scale of the property existed a desire to soften and deepen the engagement between the house and the street frontage. As such, the landscaping palette consists of textures chosen for subtlety and granularity. Spaces are layered by way of planting, diaphanous fencing and lighting. The interior engages the front of the house by the insertion of a floor to ceiling glazing at the dining room. Jog-in path from street to house maintains a sense of privacy and sequential unveiling of interior/private spaces. This non-atrium model is invested with the best aspects of the iconic eichler configuration without compromise to the sense of order and orientation. photo: scott hargis
Old Meets New Build
Old Meets New Build
Nandina Home & DesignNandina Home & Design
These rooms feature arch walkways, wall art, wooden dining room table, upholstered chairs, floral loveseat, flat hearth fireplace, vaulted ceilings, wooden sideboards, two rattan chairs, white cushions, striped throw pillows, branch lamp, and large floor length mirror. Project designed by Atlanta interior design firm, Nandina Home & Design. Their Sandy Springs home decor showroom and design studio also serve Midtown, Buckhead, and outside the perimeter. For more about Nandina Home & Design, click here: https://nandinahome.com/
Abingdon Model- Country French
Abingdon Model- Country French
Zurich Homes IncZurich Homes Inc
Isaac Zuercher
Custom Work Assignments by MEC
Custom Work Assignments by MEC
MECMEC
Welcoming your guests does seem a lot more appealing with such a magnificent marble swirl walkway! Design and Installation by MEC | Have a custom mosaic idea? We can help, with our brilliant Italian-trained mosaicists and easy-to-install tiled masterpieces. Worldwide shipping available on the complete range of quality handcrafted marble & glass mosaic products. For inquires and more info, contact us: http://mecartworks.com
Stunning Front Doors
Stunning Front Doors
Warline Painting Ltd.Warline Painting Ltd.
Exterior painting by Warline Painting Ltd. Photos by Ina VanTonder
Prehung Exterior Single Door 96 80 FSC Wood Mahogany Solid
Prehung Exterior Single Door 96 80 FSC Wood Mahogany Solid
US Door & More IncUS Door & More Inc
Mahogany The mahogany Portobello and Legacy Series is a stunning design series of traditional, exquisite doors. Mahogany is a red-brown hardwood used primarily for only the highest grade of wood doors. Mahogany will vary from rich golden to deep red-brown colors and has a beautiful finish when stained and sealed. Knotty Alder The knotty alder EstanciaR Series is a charming rustic design series of beautiful and desirable doors. Knotty alder is an American hardwood, growing in the west from California to northern Alaska. Knotty alder offers a beautiful “closed pore” grain and has a beautiful finish when stained and sealed. FSC & SFI Chain-Of-Custody Certified FSC Forest Stewardship Council SFI Sustainable Forestry Initiative French Mahogany FSC Wood Rustic Plank Exterior Single Door Solid 96 80" Tall Wind-load Rated FSC SFI KU PLD6462-C-DP8PL1 Prehung SKU DP8PL1 Associated Door SKU PLD6462-C Associated Products skus PLD6462 , PLD6362 , PLD8462 , PLD8362 Door Configuration Single Door Prehung Options Prehung/Door with Frame and Hinges Prehung Options Prehung PreFinished Options No Grain Mahogany Material Wood Door Width- 42"[3'-6"] 36"[3'-0"] Door height 80 in. (6-8), 96 in. (8-0) Door Size 3'-6" x 6'-8" 3'-0" x 6'-8" 3'-6" x 8'-0" 3'-0" x 8'-0" Thickness (inch) 1 3/4 (1.75) Rough Opening No DP Rating No Product Type Entry Door Door Type Exterior Door Style No Lite Style No Panel Style No Approvals Wind-load Rated, FSC (Forest Stewardship Council), SFI (Sustainable Forestry Initiative) Door Options Speakeasy, Hinges Door Glass Type No Door Glass Features No Glass Texture No Glass Caming No Door Model No Door Construction No Collection Solid Brand GC Shipping Size (w)"x (l)"x (h)" 25" (w)x 108" (l)x 52" (h) Weight 200.0000
"green" remodel
"green" remodel
Mahoney Architects & InteriorsMahoney Architects & Interiors
Custom entry door designed by Mahoney Architects, built by Liberty Valley Doors made with FSC wood - green building products. Custom designed armoire and show storage bench designed by Mahoney Architects & Interiors.
Dutch Doors
Dutch Doors
OC Dutch Doors - By Creative Co.OC Dutch Doors - By Creative Co.
BELLE CHASSE PROJECT
BELLE CHASSE PROJECT
Exclusive Iron Doors LLCExclusive Iron Doors LLC
Heavy-duty 14 gauge steel Filled up with polyurethane for energy saving Double pane E glass, tempered and sealed to avoid conditioning leaks Included weatherstrippings to reduce air infiltration Thresholds made to prevent water infiltration Barrel hinges which are perfect for heavy use and can be greased for a better use Double doors include a pre-insulated flush bolt system to lock the dormant door or unlock it for a complete opening space
East Nashville | Contemporary Craftsman
East Nashville | Contemporary Craftsman
design by Christina Perrydesign by Christina Perry
A contemporary craftsman East Nashville entry featuring a dark wood front door paired with a matching upright piano and white built-in open cabinetry. Interior Designer & Photography: design by Christina Perry design by Christina Perry | Interior Design Nashville, TN 37214
Minnesota Mountain Modern
Minnesota Mountain Modern
City Homes, LLCCity Homes, LLC
Colonial Style Home
Colonial Style Home
Doors For Builders IncDoors For Builders Inc
Single front entry, with clear glass sidelites, in rich dark espresso finish. Classic two panel design.
Contemporary Home Designs
Contemporary Home Designs
Grover Electric and Plumbing SupplyGrover Electric and Plumbing Supply
8090 Country Rail Drive
8090 Country Rail Drive
Eagle Creek Homes, LLC.Eagle Creek Homes, LLC.
Квартира на Боевской улице
Квартира на Боевской улице
Наталья ШирокорадНаталья Широкорад
фотограф: Василий Буланов
An Inspired Life
An Inspired Life
Casabella InteriorsCasabella Interiors
Kristada

Medium Sized Front Door Ideas and Designs

The entrance of your home is a critical area to design well because as we all know, first impressions count. As the first thing that visitors will see when they arrive, your entrance is your opportunity to offer guests a warm welcome while introducing the personality of your home. Equally important, it welcomes you home every day, so make it somewhere that you’re glad to come home to. The entrance to your home begins the moment you get to the front door, so make sure both inside and out get the attention of your decorator’s touch. Make your foyer the best possible introduction to the rest of the house, and if you wish, you can have a bit of fun with the doorway; paint, tiles, door handles and lighting are all ways to make front doors a statement – a dramatic entrance, if you will.

What front doors can I choose from?

Your first decision when updating front doors is what type of external doors you want to use, taking into account style, security and accessibility. Investing in a high quality front door is always worthwhile – this is a purchase where a little extra money goes a long way. Hardwood exterior doors remain the most popular choice of front door; as well as being the most economical, timber also opens the door to an endless selection of paint, hardware and embellishment. However, natural wood doors do have their downsides – prone to warping, they require more upkeep and may require replacing if not adequately cared for. Whether you opt for solid oak external doors or an oak veneer option, wooden doors are a match made in heaven for period architecture – it’s hard to imagine a Georgian house without a solid, six-panel door, or a Victorian home sans its gleaming hardware and stained glass panes. If you prefer non-wooden exterior doors, the alternatives are UPVC doors, GRP doors (collectively known as composite doors) and steel doors. UPVC front doors are often the most inexpensive alternative to timber and offer added insulation benefits; because the material itself can be a comparatively insubstantial, UPVC external doors are built into steel door frames for added reinforcement. GRP (glass-reinforced plastic, or fibreglass to you and me) doors offer the same properties, with a woodgrain effect that can provide a happy medium for lovers of timber. Steel doors are less widely used in the UK than the US, and make great contemporary front doors thanks to their sleek, modern appearance.

How do I decorate my doorway?

Renovating or replacing your front doors is one of the quickest ways to give your home a makeover, and affords the perfect opportunity to add a splash of colour to the front of your home. To improve your front door’s kerb appeal you can flank the doorway with decorative trees or flowering plants in attractive planters and “dress” the door with shiny hardware. Door knockers and door knobs can be more than functional with a range of styles and materials available to add some personality to exterior doors. A traditional brass door knocker can be the perfect complement to a solid oak doorway painted in a rich shade of green or blue, whilst contemporary chrome door hardware will look perfect against a white or eggshell door. If you are looking for an elegant front door option, opt for a hardwood door with built in obscured glass panels to let light into your hallway. If you would rather avoid a glass paned front door for security reasons then smaller decorative glass panels can also be inserted into the surround or door frame. You can choose stained glass panes for decorative effect, patterned or textured glass will allow light in but protect your privacy or get your home name or number etched into a glass pane for a practical but personal touch.

How should I light my front entrance?

The warm glow from a doorway is one of the most welcoming sights that can greet us when we arrive home. An entrance light is of practical importance – we have all spent time fumbling for our house keys in the dark – but it also offers an opportunity to add warmth and character to front doors and entrances. A wall mounted lantern is a charming traditional choice, or for bright, directed illumination opt for a security spotlight. There are a whole variety of switching options available – you can choose a motion sensor light that switches on right when you need it most, a timer light that will offer illumination on a fixed schedule or a switched outdoor light. Pointing light upward is a good way to avoid harsh glare, or choose recessed lighting if you prefer not to have a hanging light in front of your external doors. An entrance is also a great place to display lighting as a decorative feature – choose a table lamp that echoes the lines and colours of the hall beyond it.

What furniture and storage do I need in my entryway?

It’s important to keep the entrance to your home as open and clutter free as possible, so selecting a few practical items that will help with storage and offer a warm welcome is the best approach for this area. Coat stands, umbrella holders and shoe racks are practical foyer additions that will keep the area tidy. For the knick knacks and paraphernalia that so often accumulate by front doors, sideboards or console tables are helpful and opting for a something with a drawer is a clever trick to ensure these things can be stowed out of sight. If you have the space, an armchair, occasional chair or hallway bench will prove useful for perching on when removing shoes and definitely consider multi-functional furniture such as a storage bench for shoes. A wall mounted shoe cabinet is a must have for a tighter space, getting shoes off the floor and neatly stowed away.

How do I decorate my foyer?

Particularly in the entrance to the home, colour can be a wonderful tool to set the tone of the house. Neutral palettes can create a serene atmosphere appropriate for greeting guests; alternatively, you might find yourself being a little bit more adventurous by choosing a whimsical wallpaper or a bold wall colour that could look overwhelming anywhere else in the house. In either case, the foyer can be blended seamlessly into the home with details that connect it to adjoining rooms. Even if your entrance is not self-contained, instead with exterior doors that open straight into the house, visual tricks make it possible to create the illusion of an entryway by defining the space as such. Changes in flooring, a well-placed rug, a screen or curtain, or even furniture such as a console table or coat rack, can be used to delineate the space and distinguish the entrance from the rest of the hallway. Decorating walls and furniture with photographs or artwork is a simple way of bringing your personality into the foyer and plants, lamps, candles, vases and ornaments can be displayed on windowsills, tables or shelves. As a final thoughtful touch, mirrors placed next to front doors are a practical choice for those last minute appearance checks, as long as it’s not directly opposite the doorway, which could back-light the user – decidedly not helpful!
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